Outlook Offline Access

September 12, 2024in Salesforce

The upcoming Outlook app update will introduce offline access, allowing users to open the app without needing an internet connection, a feature previously unavailable. Offline access was limited to instances where the app was already running and lost its connection. Additionally, starting this December, the app will automatically synchronize calendars when transitioning between the classic and new versions of Outlook. Outlook Offline Access.

Teams is also receiving several enhancements. In November, Android and iOS users will benefit from a new video feature called Cloud IntelliFrame. This technology improves the visibility of participants during video meetings by optimizing video framing, and will be available for mobile users joining meetings with Teams Rooms on Windows.

For Teams users on laptops, Microsoft is introducing a feature that simplifies the use of shared meeting room devices. When a user connects their laptop to a Teams meeting room via USB, the tool will automatically detect the room’s audio settings. A pre-join screen will then prompt the user to connect, enhancing the BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) experience. This functionality supports various meeting room devices, such as screens and audio equipment, provided they are on a Microsoft-supported list.

Mac users will also see improvements in Teams next month with Microsoft Edge. If Edge is set as the default browser and the feature is activated, web links from the Teams app will automatically open in the same profile used to log into Teams. This streamlines the process by eliminating the need for additional logins, making it quicker to access links from chats, channels, and other areas.

Administrators can control this functionality through the “Choose Which Browser Opens Web Links” policy in Microsoft 365. Additionally, several new features for Microsoft 365, including updates to Microsoft Viva and SharePoint, will be rolling out soon.